Marvel's Hero Project

Jordan was born missing part of her left arm, but that hasn't stopped her from doing everything she's always wanted… just a little bit differently. Inspired by her limb difference, she has spent the last several years honing her skills as a designer, and an inventor. She has hosted a TED talk and her inventions have been included in notable museum exhibits. A tireless champion for inclusion in the design community, Jordan travels the country to host STEM workshops for kids. At 13, she and her mom run "Born Just Right" workshops, offering opportunities for kids to design inventions that consider all kinds of bodies and abilities. She is sharing her unique perspective on industrial design, giving the next generation the tools to build a more accessible world, and inspiring us all. Jordan is already a hero and now, in recognition of her effort and dedication, Marvel is making her a Super Hero, immortalized in her very own comic book. Jordan doesn't know it yet, but she's about to be initiated into an elite group of extraordinary kids, when she joins Marvel's Hero Project.

Elijah is not one to be silent when he witnesses suffering. His extraordinary empathy for others is his superpower, and he has been using it to prevent child abuse. Though he simply calls it "doing his job," 11-year-old Elijah is speaking out against injustices in his local community. He has galvanized children, adults, and those in public service to join him in his rallying cry to protect the most vulnerable members of society. He has organized marches, addressed his city council, and, most importantly, made connections to those in pain, so that they can, with his support, find a path towards getting help. Elijah is already a hero in his community and now, in recognition of his commitment to helping children, Marvel is making him a Super Hero, immortalized in his very own comic book. Elijah doesn't know it yet, but he's about to be initiated into an elite group of extraordinary kids, when he joins Marvel's Hero Project.

When Adonis lost his eyesight at age 5, he didn't lose his ambition to one day play professional football. Now, as a celebrated running back for his high school team, Adonis is inspiring not only his teammates, but other kids facing a threat to their own big dreams. A role model for anyone who chooses to see no limits for themselves, Adonis is relentless in his pursuit of achieving his goals. He has changed the way people see those who are visually impaired, through his commitment to hard work, on the field and off. Already a local hero, Adonis's story is about to be broadcast to the world when Marvel makes him a Super Hero, immortalized in his very own comic book. See how Adonis reacts when he discovers he is about to join an elite group of extraordinary kids when he becomes a part of Marvel's Hero Project.

When Hailey's grandmother started to suffer from Alzheimer's, Hailey was afraid she would lose the close bond they shared. So Hailey found a way to connect. Through the power of puzzles, Hailey teaches other kids dealing with their loved ones' dementia how to make connections for a strong family. Now, Marvel will recognize her compassionate work as she becomes part of Marvel's Hero Project.

Rebekah is on a mission to shield others from hate, and make the world a safer, more loving place for everyone. Raising awareness for LGBTQ youth and putting herself out there as a role model for other kids has made her a hero. She doesn't know it yet, but Rebekah is being initiated into a small group of extraordinary kids, as she joins Marvel's Hero Project.

Jahkil wanted to help the homeless people he noticed in his city, so he started distributing his Blessing Bags full of essential items. As he sets new goals to reach even more people who could use his support, Jahkil never strays from his original goal - to show people, no matter their situation, that they deserve kindness and dignity. That's what makes Jahkil a true Marvel Super Hero.

Fourteen-year-old Lorelei was born with half a heart, but really, she is all heart, working tirelessly to make sure other kids like her get the cardiac care they need. With her heart hug pillows, Lorelei has been crafting care packages for other young heart patients all around the world. She believes "If you give love, you get love," and has received letters of thanks from many children who have benefited from her advocacy and outreach -- all this while battling the debilitating effects of her own heart disease. What makes Lorelei a hero is not just her bravery through her illness, but using the power of her love to send it where it's needed most. Now, Marvel is making her a true Super Hero, immortalizing her in her very own comic, and initiating her into an elite group of kids as part of Marvel's Hero Project.

Braden considers his hearing aids his superpower: when he puts them in, he feels his world comes alive. But when he learned that not everyone who is hearing impaired can afford hearing aids, he knew he had to help. Through his tireless fundraising efforts, he makes it possible to spread "hearing smiles" across the world. He travels to other countries, delivering hearing devices and witnessing how lives are transformed when the sound finally comes on. His heroic spirit is not something he himself considers remarkable; there is no question in his mind that helping others in need is the right thing to do. Marvel can't wait to recognize his work by making him a true Super Hero, immortalized in his own comic book. It's just one of several surprises as Braden joins Marvel's Hero Project.

Jayera is a young woman who has been working to level the playing field for those in her neighborhood who could use support in hard financial times. From fundraising for Free Wash Day to holding pop-up "pay what you can" shops, her community service is a benchmark of humanitarianism in her town. Now, Marvel recognizes her incredible work by making her a Super Hero.

Sidney fell in love with reading at a young age, but he wasn't finding a lot of stories with characters who resembled him. So,he established his Books-n-Bros club, targeted to young, African-American boys to spread his love of reading and improve literacy skills. He wanted other kids like him to share in the power of stories, and now Marvel wants everyone to know the Super Hero Sidney is.

Tokata is a storyteller, and a leader among the indigenous youth for whom she advocates. Her activism has succeeded in shining a light on the legacy of her community, and she has worked hard to amplify the voices of other indigenous children. Tokata takes her storytelling power and shares it with so many others, forming media workshops so other indigenous youth have access to the tools and platforms to tell their own stories. Tokata's efforts have galvanized young storytellers everywhere, adding to the rich fabric of American stories that should never be forgotten. Now, Marvel celebrates Tokata in a story of her own -- immortalized in her own comic book. It's just one of a few surprises that await her when she joins Marvel's Hero Project.

Izzy loves proving people wrong. Born with a condition that stiffens her joints and limits their movement, Izzy has gone on to win four world championships in taekwondo. But her superpower is not just in her extremely hard work and dedication, but in the giving of herself to teach others the sport. There is probably no better example of determination than Izzy. It's her leadership that sets her apart as a hero and now, Marvel is about to make her a true Super Hero, immortalized in her own comic. See how Izzy reacts when she learns that she is about to become a member of an elite group of kids when she joins Marvel's Hero Project.

Seamus has always had a deep respect for those who serve, since his grandfather was in the military. He wants to give back to those who are willing to risk everything to ensure his freedom. So Seamus decided he would tap into his love of rock-climbing and create a fundraising organization that has him soaring to new heights to raise money for the families of fallen and wounded soldiers. Those who receive the financial support have been able to afford college and keep climbing towards their own dreams. With his incredible sense of purpose, Seamus is already a hero. But he's about to become a Marvel Super Hero, with a comic inspired by and starring him. Watch as Seamus finds out that he's about to join an elite group of extraordinary kids, when he becomes a member of Marvel's Hero Project.

Daniella lives just a short drive from the Mexico border, but her life in California is a world apart. It was on a trip with some volunteers to build a house for a family in Mexico when she realized how starkly different her home was from theirs. She decided she needed to keep building. One house wasn't enough, so she dedicated the time when she wasn't in school to fundraising for materials and trip costs to go build more homes. Over a dozen families have benefitted directly from Daniella's fundraising and housebuilding efforts. She is not only a builder, though, she's also a leader, inspiring her younger brother to galvanize friends at his school to join Daniella in her volunteer work. With so many other young people following in her footsteps to build homes, Daniella has become a hero on both sides of the border. Now, Marvel makes her a true Super Hero, immortalized in her own comic. It's just one of a few surprises she'll receive when she gets initiated into the founding class of Marvel's Hero Project.

Robbie has a strong connection to nature, having spent most of his young life in Hawaii. His hope is that everyone gets to enjoy the outdoors, but he has come to realize, through his journey visiting America's 129 national monuments, that they must be protected. His environmental activism is targeted to kids his age, because he knows the younger generation has the most to lose should these special areas fail to stay protected. Knowing that most kids aren't able to go see all the wonderful places he's been, he worked to create a virtual reality tour of these monuments, and travels to schools to share the technology. In this way, he is transporting the next generation to these special places, and instilling in them a sense of purpose to protect them for the future. Now, Marvel is going to make him a true Super Hero, immortalized in his own comic. With what will be a surprise of a lifetime, Robbie is about to become a member of Marvel's Hero Project.

Genesis is not alone in her love of cute, cuddly pets. What makes her unique is the lengths she has gone to protect all sorts of animals. She's a fierce advocate for the care and safekeeping of all kinds of creatures, and her activism is inspiring others to follow her lead. With her deep connection to animals, Genesis sees herself as speaking on their behalf, ensuring that they have safe environments and receive treatment when they are injured. Genesis dedicates her time volunteering to help protect all kinds of animals, and for that she is a hero. Now, Marvel recognizes her compassion and service with a special surprise: her very own comic book where she becomes a true Super Hero. Watch Genesis' reaction as she realizes she's about to join a group of kids doing extraordinary things and becomes part of the founding class of Marvel's Hero Project.

Salvador knew he was one of the lucky people in Puerto Rico whose power wasn't terribly affected by Hurricane Maria, but what he couldn't understand was why it was taking so long to help the residents of the island who were not as fortunate. By enlisting friends in other places, he was able to get word out about his plan to raise money to buy and distribute solar-powered lamps to families on the island still living in darkness. He coordinated the purchasing and delivery of the equipment, and then personally made sure they got into the hands of those who needed them most. Salvador's heroic acts positions him perfectly to become a true Marvel Super Hero and now he is, immortalized in his own comic book. Watch along as Salvador learns that he is about to be initiated into an elite group of young people like him, as a member of Marvel's Hero Project.

Gitanjali has been on a quest to learn her whole young life. When she discovered there were people abroad, and in America, who were living without clean water, she was determined to put her curious mind towards finding a solution. Through rounds of trial and error, and the search for a lab that would let a middle schooler use it, Gitanjali eventually invented a device that could be used to test for contaminants in water. It earned her several science awards, and spurred her on to create new tools for the benefit of others. Her special blend of science and kindness is what makes her a hero. Now, Marvel turns her into a true Super Hero, in her very own comic book. There are more surprises for Gitanjali as she learns she's about to become a member of Marvel's Hero Project.

Austin knows what it's like when food is scarce as there were times when his family struggled to provide enough for him and his siblings. It was one of those times when Austin decided to grab a handful of beans from his mother's limited supply and plant a garden. From there, it grew and grew until he was tilling a large plot of land to nurture his rows of vegetables. He invited his community to pick what they wanted, and word spread. After receiving the attention of nearby farmers, volunteers came to help him work the soil and now, he has shown a whole city how to sow the seeds of hope and reap the literal fruits of their labor. Already a local hero, Austin is about to become a true Marvel Super Hero, starring in his very own comic. It's just one of a few surprises waiting for him, when becomes a member of Marvel's Hero Project.

When Hailey picked up from her parents' whispers that her twin sister Livy's crucial ongoing medical care was putting a serious strain on their finances, she leapt into action. At just six years old, she began making paintings to sell, which evolved to a larger fundraising effort a few years later. Now, Hailey doesn't just help her sister, she is helping lots of families who could use the support while caring for a child with severe epilepsy, like Livy. She founded a kids organization to reach out and provide community and support for families living with epilepsy. Hailey's motto is "don't give up, give back" and that is what defines her as a hero. Now, Marvel makes her a true Super Hero, immortalized in her very own comic book. It's just one of a few special surprises in store for her, when Hailey is welcomed to Marvel's Hero Project.